•When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug from the
Recoil Starter
•Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start).
•If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL.
•Push primer button two or three times for cold engine start.
•If engine is warm, push primer button only once.
NOTE: Always cover vent hole in primer button when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for first start if temperature is below 15 degrees Fahrenheit.
•Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly.
•Pull starter handle rapidly. Do not allow handle to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.
•As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate choke knob slowly to OFF position. If engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to OFF position.
To Stop Engine
•To stop engine, remove the ignition key. Do not turn
key. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
To help prevent possible
•Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the engine.
•Electric Starter: Connect power cord to switch box on engine, then to 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running, push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and then from switch box.
•Recoil Starter: With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling the starter rope will produce a loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to the engine or starter.
•Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times. Leave throttle control lever in the STOP or OFF position. Leave choke control in the FULL choke position.
•Remove ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire. Do not turn key.
IMPORTANT: Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe place. Engine will not start without the ignition key.
To Engage Drive
•With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever into one of the six forward positions or two reverse positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist.
NOTE: Use the slower speeds until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.
•Squeeze the traction control against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the drive motion will stop.
IMPORTANT: Never move shift lever without first releasing the traction control. Doing so will cause premature wear to drive system’s friction wheel rubber.
To Engage Augers
To engage the augers and start snow throwing, squeeze the auger control against the left handle.
To disengage augers, release both the auger control and the traction control, if engaged.
NOTE: The auger control can also be locked so that you can turn the chute directional control without interrupting snow throwing. Refer to previous section for details
Tire Chains (If equipped)
Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is needed. Call our Customer Support Department, as instructed on Page 2, for information on tire chains and other optional accessories.
Operating Tips
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.
WARNING: Temperature of muffler and
surrounding areas may exceed 150oF. Avoid these areas.
•For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.
•Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlap each previous swath.
•Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for normal usage.
•Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
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